FROM THE DESK OF REV NIHAL FERNANDO
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Lenten Renewal and Easter Transformation
The holy season of Lent invites us into a journey of renewal. It is a grace-filled
time given to us by the Church to pause, reflect, repent, and return to God with
sincere hearts. Lent is not simply about giving something up, but about taking
something up — a deeper prayer life, a more compassionate heart, and a
renewed commitment to live the Gospel
Let this Lenten journey renew our parish community. May it heal broken
relationships, rekindle our faith, and awaken in us a deeper love for God and
our neighbour.
Through prayer, fasting, and acts of charity, we are gently led into a process of
inner renewal. God desires not just a change in our habits, but a transformation
of our hearts. This renewal calls us to examine our lives honestly: our
relationships, our attitudes, our priorities, and our faithfulness to Christ in daily
life.
Lent prepares us for Easter. The journey of self-denial and repentance leads us
to the joy of the Resurrection. When we walk through Lent sincerely, Easter
becomes more than a celebration on the calendar — it becomes the celebration
of a people who have been renewed by God’s grace.
As we move from Lent into Easter, we are called to emerge as transformed
people of God. Transformed in our way of thinking, speaking, forgiving, serving,
and loving. Transformed in our commitment to build homes, communities, and
a society rooted in justice, peace, and compassion.
Let this Lenten journey renew our parish community. May it heal broken
relationships, rekindle our faith, and awaken in us a deeper love for God and
our neighbour. May the joy of Easter find us not unchanged, but renewed,
restored, and ready to live as true witnesses of the Risen Lord.
With prayers and blessings
